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April brought positive news for employment across Tennessee, with all 95 counties reporting lower unemployment rates, each clocking in at or below 4.1%, as per the latest data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, leading the pack was Williamson County, boasting the state’s lowest unemployment rate at a mere 2%, marking a 0.2 percentage point decline from March’s 2.2%. Following closely, Sevier County secured the second-lowest rate in April, standing at 2.1%, down...
Last Chance to Check out the 2024 Tennessee Renaissance Festival
Don’t miss out on The Tennessee Renaissance Festival this year. This is the last weekend you can enjoy the festivities. The Tennessee Renaissance Festival takes place every weekend in May plus Memorial Day in Arrington, TN. Timon, a magician, juggler and sword swallower. Based in Berlin, Germany, he only...
12 Tennessee Communities Receive Grants for Urban and Community Forest Ecosystems
Twelve Tennessee communities will have the opportunity to invest in their green spaces, thanks to grant funding provided by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant Program. “Trees play a key...
Middle Tennessee Electric stumped by snakes causing Franklin power outages
Middle Tennessee Electric officials are grappling with a series of confounding power outages caused by an unusual culprit: snakes. In the past 10 days, four power outages in Williamson County have been attributed to these reptiles. The latest incident at Henpeck substation was triggered by gray rat snakes scaling poles...
MTSU Alumna Creates USPS’ New Bluegrass Forever Stamp
A Middle Tennessee State University alumna is the artist behind the new High Lonesome Sound Bluegrass forever stamp released by the United States Postal Service last month. The new stamp, designed by 2009 MTSU fine arts graduate Heather Moulder, features a five-string banjo, guitar, mandolin and bass in navy and white on a multicolored background.
Nolensville Update: Census Completion, Town Hall Closure, and Upcoming Community Events
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Rutherford's Kittrell community opposes P.E.A.Y. building name: 'It’s a slap in the face'
Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr used his first veto to oppose the P.E.A.Y. name for the Public Health & Safety Building in the Kittrell community. The Rutherford County Commission voted 13-7 May 16 in favor of the P.E.AY. name for a building with combined fire and ambulance stations in the rural Kittrell...
Murfreesboro Community Development Director Robert Holtz Honored with STARS Award
Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland recognized Community Development Director Robert Holtz with the STARS award during the May 23, 2024, City Council meeting. Holtz became the director of Community Development in February 2023 after serving as Director of Building & Codes. Holtz had served as director of Building & Codes since 2016 and began his career with the City of Murfreesboro in August 1996 as a Plans Examiner.
Rutherford County Recognized for its Dedication to Workforce Development
Rutherford County has earned the official designation of an ACT® Work Ready Community (WRC). This achievement spotlights a longstanding partnership between industry and education in Rutherford County to develop a highly skilled workforce, resulting in county-wide economic growth. A community celebration in honor of the designation is scheduled for...
Over 4,000 Rutherford County school district graduates step toward bright future
Rutherford County Schools recently hosted a slew of graduation ceremonies honoring the Class of 2024 as they embark upon a new future. Valedictorians and salutatorians gave inspiring and reflective speeches, parents beamed with pride and family members piled into the Murphy Theatre at Middle Tennessee State University last week to celebrate graduates of the Class of 2024. ...
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